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  1. Behold the Lamb of God! Studies on the Gospel of John by Dr. Joseph

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In these five part series on the Gospel of John, Dr. Joseph provides detailed introductory notes  regarding the issue of authorship, structure,  and literary composition of the Fourth Gospel (Part 1). In Part 2, He explains the major theological themes and issues in the book, recent scholarship, and John’s relationship to the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, & Luke). Part 3 concentrates on the concept of the Logos in both Hellenistic and Jewish Context. Part 4 carefully examines the structure of the prologue (John 1:1-18), and excavates its meaning and function in the entire Gospel.  Finally, in Part 5, Dr. Joseph offers an insightful analysis on the relationship between the Word in relation to God and Creation (1:1-5), the witness of John the Baptist of the Word (1:6-8), and the relationship between the Word and the World (1:9-13).

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Performed by: Dr. Celucien L. Joseph
Label: Hope Outreach Productions
UPC bar code: 885007563822
Disc: cd
Release date: August 6, 2015
Individual cd: $ 7.00
CD/Parts 1 & 2: $ 12.00
CD/Parts 3 & 4: $ 12.00

CD 1: The Gospel of John: General Introduction (Part 1)
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CD 2: Theology, and the Relationship between the Gospel of John and the Synoptics (2)
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CD 3: The Word in the Prologue of John (1:1-18): The Structure of the Prologue, and The Logos in the Hellenist and Jewish Context (Part 3)
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CD 4: The Word in the Prologue of John (1:1-18): The Meaning and Function of the Logos
(Part 4)
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CD 5: The Word in the Prologue of John (1:1-18): The Word, the World, and God (Part 5)
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** CD 1 & 2 are combined and contain two parts—The Gospel of John: General Introduction (Part 1), and Theology, and the Relationship between the Gospel of John and the Synoptics (2)— They are sold as one CD/Disc for $ 12.00.

** CD 3 & 4 are combined and contain two parts—The Word in the Prologue of John (1:1-18): The Structure of the Prologue, and The Logos in the Hellenist and Jewish Context (Part 3), and The Word in the Prologue of John (1:1-18): The Meaning and Function of the Logos(Part 4)— They are sold as one CD/Disc for $ 12.00.

2. Christ, Our Righteousness: Series on the Book of Romans by Dr. Joseph

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In these 7 part series on the Letter of Paul to the Romans, Dr. Joseph provides insightful verse by verse exposition covering the entire book of Romans, chapters 1-16. In Part 1, Dr. Joseph provides detailed introductory notes to and articulates the major themes of Romans. In Part 2, he studies Romans 1: 18-32 to investigate the unrighteousness of Gentiles, and Romans 2:1-3:8 to reveal the unrighteousness of Jews. Part 3 provides a careful reading and exegetical analysis of Romans 3:21-26. It also explores the Old Testament background of the concept of “righteousness,” and its various connotations in order to help us understand Paul’s thesis that God demonstrates his righteousness through the atoning and substitutionary work of Christ; Christ’s atoning work provides redemptive salvation to all who would believe in Jesus and place their trust in Him. Part 4 examines the theme of the Justification of Abraham and the blessing of the Ungodly, as articulated in Romans 4:1-8. Part 5 stresses the notion of assurance as a result of justification by faith, as observed in Romans 5:1-8:39. Part 6 explores the theme of the righteousness of God for Israel and Gentiles, as discussed in Romans 9:1:11:36. Finally, in Part 7, Dr. Joseph highlights the substantial effects of God’s righteousness in daily Christian living, as covered in Romans 12:1-15:13. He concludes his teaching series on Romans with a reflection on the final chapter of the book: Romans 16.

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Performed by: Dr. Celucien L. Joseph
Label: Hope Outreach Productions
UPC bar code: 885007563808
Disc: cd
Release date: August 4, 2015
Individual cd: $ 7.00
CD/Parts 1 & 2: $ 12.00

CD 1: Paul’s Letter to the Romans: General Introduction (Part 1)
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CD 2: The Unrighteousness of Gentiles and Jews in Romans 2:1-3:8 (Part 2)
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CD 3: The Righteousness of God and the Sacrifice of Christ in Romans 3:21-26 (Part 3)
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CD 4: The Justification of Abraham and the Blessing of the Ungodly in Romans 4:1-8
(Part 4)
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CD 5: Assurance As a Result of Justification by Faith in Romans 5-8 (Part 5)
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CD 6: The Righteousness of God for Israel and Gentiles in Romans 9-11 (Part 6)
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CD 7: The Effects of God’s Righteousness in Daily Christian Living in Romans 12-15
(Part 7)
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* CD 1 & 2 are combined and contain two parts—Paul’s Letter to the Romans: General Introduction (Part 1) and the Ungodliness of Gentiles and Jews (Part 2)— They are sold as one CD/Disc for $ 12.00.

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3. Christ the Wisdom and Power of God: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 (2 Part Series) by Dr. Joseph

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Christ the Wisdom and Power of God  is a 2 Part Teaching Series on 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 by Dr. Celucien L. Joseph. In Part 1 of the two-Part Series on 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, Dr. Joseph carefully studies Paul’s identification of Christ as the Wisdom and Power of God in 1 Corinthians 1:18-25. He insists that Paul’s Wisdom Christology invites us to reconsider the apostle’s (religious) Jewish religious heritage. That is, in the concept of Old Testament line and later Judaism, the precursors that shaped his theological thought. Hence, the appropriateness of the wisdom language needs to be evaluated in light of its Semitic value instead, which influenced Paul. By consequence, Dr. Joseph presupposes a Jewish background and maintains that the Apostle Paul would be most like allude to the Old Testament Scripture in connecting Jesus the Messiah as Wisdom of God. To attain this goal, considerations are given to the general usage fo the term, “wisdom” in its own context including its various applications in Hellenistic Judaism, the OT origins of the Wisdom Tradition and Wisdom material in Pauline Tradition.

In Part 2, Dr. Joseph carefully examines the literary and historical contexts of the passage. He states that Christ the Wisdom of God is a Pauline formula, personifying Christ as a hypostasis of a divine attribute. More expressly, the phrase Christ “the wisdom of God (1 Cor 1:24) and Christ the wisdom from God” (1 Cor 1:30) embrace God’s plan of salvation in history in Christ, as its Agent connote Christ as the embodiment of God’s Wisdom. Dr. Joseph provides a verse by verse exposition of 1 Corinthians 1:18-25.

Performed by: Dr. Celucien L. Joseph
Label: Hope Outreach Productions
UPC bar code: 885007564263
Disc: cd
Release date: August 9, 2015
CD/Parts 1 & 2: $ 12.00

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CD 1: Wisdom in Hellenistic Judaism, and the OT Origins of the Wisdom Tradition (Part 1)
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CD 2:  Preaching Christ the Crucified Messiah, and Understanding Christ as the Wisdom and Power of God (Part 2)
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* CD 1 & 2 are combined and contain two parts—Wisdom in Hellenistic Judaism, and the OT Origins of the Wisdom Tradition (Part 1), and Preaching Christ the Crucified Messiah, and Understanding Christ as the Wisdom and Power of God (Part 2)— They are sold as one CD/Disc for $ 12.00.

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4. God, the Poor, and Generous Justice (3 Part series) by Dr. Josephgod1Product Detail

“Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act. Do not say to your neighbor, “Come back tomorrow and I’ll give it to you”—when you already have it with you.” — Proverbs 3:27-28

In Part 1 of the Three-Part series entitled “God, the Poor, and Generous Justice,” Dr. Joseph discusses some biblical texts that reveal God’s heart for the poor and attitude toward justice and economic justice. The same way God remembers the poor and the oppressed, followers of Christ are called to diligently serve the poor and the needy, and to remember the unfortunate and the underprivileged in our churches, communities, and the world at large. Further, Dr. Joseph invites us to consider five biblical and theological principles that encourage and ultimately urge Christians to be engaged in social outreach and social justice ministries, and to empower and care for the poor and the needy; this attitude is a reflection of God’s character and the loving message of the Gospel.

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Performed by: Dr. Celucien L. Joseph
Label: Hope Outreach Productions
UPC bar code: 885007564386
Disc: cd
Release date: August 9, 2015
Individual cd: $ 7.00

CD 1: God is on the Side of the Poor (Part 1)
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CD 2: Jesus and the Vulnerable (Part 2)

CD 3: The Call to Justice and Doing Good (Part 3)

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B. Books

  1. God Loves Haiti: A Short Overview of Hope for Today Outreach

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Paperback: 92 pages
Publisher: Hope Outreach Productions (June 13, 2015)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1514350548
ISBN-13: 978-1514350546
Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.2 x 8.5 inches

Book Description

God Loves Haiti: A Short Overview of Hope for Today Outreach provides an outline of the philosophy of Hope for Today Outreach and the organization’s work in Haiti among the poor and the needy. Based on biblical principles and theological insights, it articulates a forceful argument for engaging in Christian mission and social outreach in our communities and beyond our geographical borders in overseas—with the goal to empower individuals to reach their full potential and to contribute to their social and spiritual development. More particularly, God Loves Haiti makes a strong statement about the biblical mandate to “remember the poor” (Galatians 2:10), clothe the naked, feed the hungry, visit the prisoner, and care for the oppressed, the sick, homeless, widow, elderly, the orphan, etc.

The book is based on five biblical principles and imperatives that reflect God’s character and active participation in the human drama, and the overarching liberative message of the Bible: (1) God’s righteousness and heart for justice, (2) care for the hungry and afflicted is a public demonstration of living out the justice of God, (3) Jesus’s clarion call to individual Christians, churches, Christian organizations and leaders to do the work of social outreach and justice, (4) care for the poor is a fundamental Christian practice and a public demonstration of the love of Christ, and (5) the imperative of putting faith in action.

Faith-based organizations and humanitarian groups will find this little book helpful as it provides a concise overview of the history, religion, culture, the health and economic conditions of the Haitian people, as well as Haitian migration to the United States. The book also includes selected historical landmarks that would appeal to first-time visitors to Haiti. An appendix of recommended readings is included to inform interested and curious readers about Haitian history, culture, society, politics, religion, women and human rights issues, and health and development concerns.

The love and glory of God revealed in Jesus Christ is the vehicle that motivates us to “remember the poor,” show acts of kindness and compassion, and to walk in solidarity with the hungry, the oppressed, and the disheartened. We help these individuals realize that they are created in God’s image and that they matter to God. By restoring their self-worth and human dignity, Hope for Today Outreach is committed to fostering a life of sustaining hope and holistic development.

To purchase the book directly from us, please drop us an email: customers@hopefortodayoutreach.org or call us: (239) 349-4981.

You may also order it directly from Amazon.com by clicking on the title below:

God Loves Haiti: A Short Overview of Hope for Today Outreach

The e-book version is also available on amazon.

In anticipation of your financial contribution, we would like to thank you for your kindness and support. As a way of expressing our gratitude, for any gift of $25 or more, we will send you a copy of the book, God Loves Haiti: A Short Overview of Hope for Today Outreach.

****We are pleased to announce the publication of Dr. Celucien Joseph’s new book, which is available in three versions: The English version, the Bilingual edition: English and Kreyol, and the Kreyol version. All three versions are also available as an ebook on any online bookstore such as amazon.

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2.  The English version

The New Life Catechism for Children: 100 Questions & Answers to teach us how to live peacefully and relationally in the world

3. The Bilingual edition: English and Kreyol

The New Life Catechism for Children/Katechis pou yon Nouvo Vi Pou Ti Moun Yo: 100 Kesyon ak Repons pou anseye nou kijan pou nou viv nan lapè ak bon relasyon nan mond lan

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4. The Kreyol version

Katechis pou yon Nouvo Vi Pou Ti Moun Yo: 100 Kesyon ak Repons pou anseye nou kijan pou nou viv nan lapè ak bon relasyon nan monn lan (Kreyol Edition)

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Book Description

The New Life Catechism for Children/Katechis pou yon Nouvo Vi Pou Ti Moun Yo: Bilingual Edition (English and Kreyòl)The New Life Catechism is about spiritual formation and development and so designed to teach children about the great theological truths and ethical practices of the Christian faith. It is written with great theological clarity and precision, and rhetorical eloquence. This gospel-focused guide directs our attention to the relationship between the Christian life, society, and doing good works, and also focuses on how Christian kids should live in society and with others relationally and peacefully. It teaches us about the importance of difference and unity, and the beauty of diversity and multiplicity expressed through God’s creation and the various cultures, races, and ethnic groups God made for his glory. This study can be used in Sunday school classes and small groups on spiritual formation for children. The target audience include two different age groups: 3-7, and 8-11, respectively. Christian Parents and educators will read the catechism to the first age group; children belonging to the second age group can read it by themselves. Nonetheless, individuals of any age group will find this summarized statement of the Christian faith informative, insightful, empowering, and doctrinally sound. The overall objective of this book is to lead individuals, especially Christian children, to love God more passionately and affectionately, as well as to grow more in grace and in our knowledge and understanding of the Triune God and to achieve gradual maturity in our relationships and interactions with our neighbor. I also hope that The New Life Catechism will help the church to construct this new radical life we are called to live in this world and to combat and thus solve the crisis of biblical illiteracy among Christian children and adults in our culture, especially in Christian circles. The book is also available in French and Creole.

 

Katechis pou yon Nouvo Vi a met aksan sou fòmasyon espirityèl ak devlòpman. M ekri liv sa a pou anseye timoun yo verite sou gwo doktrin teyolojik ak pratik etik nan lafwa kretyen an. M mete aksan nan presizyon langaj teyolojik ak elokans langistik. Gid sa a konsantre nan levanjil Kris la e sou relasyon ki genyen ant lavi kretyen an, sosyete a, ak fè bon zèv ; epi li souligne ki jan timoun kretyen ta dwe viv byen, nan lapè, nan bon relasyon avèk antouraj yo ak nan monn lan. Li anseye nou sou enpòtans diferans ak inite, ak divèsite ak konplèksite, ke nou trouve nan kreyasyon Bondye a; e nou trouve yo tou manifèste nan divès kilti, ras ak gwoup etnik Bondye kreye pou chante glwa li e pwopagande renome l sou latè. Amplis, nou kapab itilize etid sa a nan lekòl dimanch ak ti gwoup sou fòmasyon espirityèl pou timoun yo. M anvisaje de diferan odyans oswa de gwoup laj : 3 a 7 an, ak 8 a 11 zan. Paran Kretyen ak edikatè yo kapap li katechèz la pou ti moun nan premye gwoup laj la; timoun ki nan dezyèm gwoup laj la kapab li l poukont yo.Sepandan, moun nan nenpòt laj ap jwenn kichòy e benefisye ampil bagay nan liv sa a. Manyèl sa a se yon rezime oubyen yon deklarasyon sou lafwa kretyen an. Li gen ampil bon enfòmasyon, ampil mo sajès, e li baze sou bon doktrin biblik. Objektif jeneral nan liv sa a se gide moun, espesyalman timoun kretyen, pou renmen Bondye plis ak afeksyon ak pasyon, epi pou ede moun grandi plis nan favè Bondye a, ak nan konesans ak konpreyansyon Bondye ki trinite. Amplis, m ta renmen tout kretyen reyalize matirite gradyèl nan relasyon nou yo ak entèraksyon ak vwazen nou yo. M espere Katechis pou yon Nouvo Vi a pral ede legliz yo konstwi yon vi radikal nan Kris la e konsa rezoud kriz analfabetis biblik ki egziste nan mitan timoun kretyen ak granmoun yo. Liv la disponib tou an franse ak angle.

 

***When you order a copy, 50% of the purchased price will go to fund the preschool school we are starting in September in Port-Margot, Haiti: “Hope Academy de Bois d’eau.”